The Riley One-Point-Five and similar Wolseley 1500 were based on the Morris Minor body shell, suspension and steering but fitted with the larger 1489 cc B-Series engine. Launched in 1957, the twins were differentiated by nearly 20 hp (15 kW), the Riley having twin SU carburettors giving it the most power at 68 hp (50 kW).
The Series II model came out in May, 1960. The most notable difference was the hidden boot and bonnet hinges.
The Wolseley also had a Series III launched in October 1961 which featured a revised grille and rear lights.
Production ended in 1965 with 39,568 Rileys and 103,394 Wolseleys made.
Engine:
* 1.2 L (1200 cc) B-Series I4, Irish Market only.
* 1.5 L (1489 cc) B-Series I4, 62 hp (46 kW)
In its day the Riley was successfully raced and rallied and can still be seen today in historical sporting events.
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